Staff Attorney

Legal Services of the H•Kingston, NY

8d•$78,850 - $145,784•Hybrid

About The Position

For more than 50 years, Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has been providing free, high-quality legal counsel in civil matters when basic human needs are at stake including: eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, consumer fraud and more. Our services support almost 600,000 poor and low-income families and individuals who cannot afford an attorney in our seven-county service area. With the gap separating those who can and cannot afford legal representation widening each day, we work to ensure that everyone has equal access to justice, regardless of their ability to pay. As the only provider of comprehensive civil legal services in the lower and mid-Hudson Valley (Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan), LSHV is proud to have handled over 12,000 cases impacting nearly 30,000 household members including 10,000 children last year. LSHV is made up of ten offices, and a dedicated and highly skilled staff of attorneys, paralegals and administrative professionals. Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is dedicated to building a highly skilled workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels supported to bring their authentic selves to work. We are committed to promoting equity for all, and we continuously review and strengthen our processes and practices to support our staff, clients and the communities we serve. Respect is a cornerstone of relationships among our staff. LSHV has an immediate opening in our Kingston office for a full-time Staff Attorney to work on public benefits and other matters. The attorney will serve low-income individuals and families living in Ulster County in matters including Medicaid, SNAP, Family Assistance, Safety Net Assistance, and unemployment benefits.

Requirements

Admission to the New York State Bar or passed the NY bar and awaiting admission; or willingness and eligibility to be admitted in New York State
Understanding of the nature and dynamics of housing and benefits
Ability to handle a large caseload
Excellent people skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of legal experience
Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program
Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Responsibilities

Individual case work
Representation at administrative hearings
Litigation in state and federal courts
Education and outreach efforts directed at community members, advocates, and services providers
Adhere to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, and the highest professional standards
Be available as a resource to LSHV staff and access to justice communities